An EGEA conference taking place in Brussels from 5-7 May seeks to redress the problem of inadequate consumption of fresh produce among economically disadvantaged people.
A majority of the population in Europe consume less than 400g of fruits and vegetables each day. During the sixth edition of the conference, EGEA will promote the need for public authorities to focus on these low-income households.
The previous editions of EGEA had established the urgency of facilitating children’s access to fresh produce, resulting in the implementation of the European School Fruit Scheme.
Part of the conference will focus on interventions and educational campaigns that have been implemented in several European countries and the US in order to increase children’s awareness and consumption.
Gathering international scientists and policy decision-makers, EGEA will give the opportunity to determine the most suitable dietary measures for low income and young people.
EGEA 2010 will be co-chaired by professor Ibrahim Elmadfa, director and professor at the Institute of Nutritional Sciences, University of Vienna, Austria and Lars Hoelgaard, deputy director general at the Directorate General for Agriculture and Rural Development at the European Commission.
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